Opened in 1996, this is the tallest replica of the Merlion in Singapore, standing tall at a height of 37-metres high. The Merlion statue sits alongside the Merlion Walk, a 120-metre-long colourful mosaic walkway with jumping water jets and a beautiful set of Carillon bells at the end of the walkway.

Once inside the statue, you will be fascinated with the interior, which is themed as a sunken ship, as the tower is laden with treasures and jewels complemented by sounds of waves crashing , howling winds and the cries of the seagulls.

Take an elevator up to the Mouth Gallery Viewing Deck on Level 9, and you will be enthralled with the 360-degree panoramic view of the surrounding islands of Sentosa. Then climb up the stairs to the crown of the statue on Level 12, for a bird's eye view of Sentosa.

By night, this mystical Merlion can be seen glowing, from both mainland Singapore and the sea, acting as a beacon to attract visitors to the island.

Sentosa, AuthorThe above article is a contribution from Sentosa, Singapore’s Island Resort for Streetdirectory.com. Some parts may have been edited by our editorial team for relevance and timeliness.

Sentosa is Singapore’s premier island resort getaway brimming with cultural events throughout the year. Sentosa is a host of themed attractions such as the Butterfly Park, the Images of Singapore Museum andFort Siloso.